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Robert Larson

Professor Emeritus, Jazz Piano

Employed Since

1982–2021, 2025

Educational History

B.A., Eastern Washington University; M.A., University of Oregon; D.M.A., Shenandoah University

Fields of Expertise

Jazz Piano
Jazz Arranging
Jazz Theory
Jazz History
Jazz Repertoire
Jazz Combos

Personal Highlights

  • Served on the Virginia Commission for the Arts Touring Panel
  • Served on the board of First Night Winchester
  • Partnership with the Winchester/Frederick County Chapter of the NAACP

Arranging for the Small Jazz Ensemble

Bob Larson Music

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Students have the opportunity to learn so much here. Over these many years, I’ve seen students grow tremendously, as musicians and as professionals in various fields in the arts.

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